The Denver Foundation's mission is to inspire people and mobilize resources to strengthen the Denver community. As a community foundation, they manage a variety of funds and initiatives that aim to address the needs and improve the lives of the residents in the Denver area. The foundation focuses on building a more equitable and vibrant community through grantmaking, philanthropy, and community leadership.
The Greenwood Fund, a donor-advised fund of The Denver Foundation, specifically targets small museums in Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming that have collections and conservation budgets under $1 million. Its primary aim is to support the conservation of art and objects, as well as collections care, which includes funding for supplies, equipment, and personnel, including contract workers. Priority is given to smaller museums, emphasizing projects that extend the lifespan of artworks and cultural heritage objects through conservation treatments and by providing safe storage environments.
Preference is given to museums showcasing permanent collections as part of their exhibits.